Paralegal – Patent Litigation (MEPTA)New York office. Hybrid engagement with two remote days and three in‑office days.ResponsibilitiesPatent LitigationProvide paralegal support to attorneys through all phases of litigationManage all case materials, including electronic files and database applicationsObtain and file documents with applicable Federal, State, and Local Courts and Agencies (e.g., USPTO)Liaise with clients and opposing counsel as neededOrganize and maintain case files, calendars, databases, and e‑discovery systems; coordinate with vendors and trial technology teamsAssist with witness preparation, trial logistics, settlement support, and legal research as neededMonitor case deadlines, correspondence, and filings to ensure compliance with court and agency requirementsAssist with motion practice, briefing, and filings in state and federal courts, as well as administrative and agency forumsAssist Attorney/Case Teams preparing depositions, trials, and arbitrations; proactively track logistics, exhibits, courtroom technology, filings, and deadlinesMaintain familiarity with forms and searching techniques for patent‑related resources and reference materialsCoordinate with in‑house secretaries and docketing personnel to keep calendar systems accurate (Litigation Docket and IP Docketing platforms)Oversee creation, indexing, and continued maintenance of complex case files and document collectionsCase ManagementServe as the central point of communication for litigation teams, ensuring seamless coordination and information sharing across all matter‑related tasksMaintain accurate and up‑to‑date calendar systems in collaboration with secretaries and docketing personnel to track deadlines, court dates, and deliverablesAssist with the preparation, review, and proofreading of legal documents, filings, and agreements for accuracy and compliance; verify citations to legal authorities per The Bluebook and court requirementsCoordinate and manage court filings, either in paper or electronic form as mandated by the courtResearch & DiscoveryPerform complex legal and factual research and analysis; retrieve and review documents from clients, other parties, and outside sources (Internet, public agencies, courts, libraries)Manage the creation and maintenance of special collections of documents (e.g., witness files, subject and issue files, experts' reliance documents)Prepare initial drafts of discovery requests and responses and other pleadings and memorandaAssist with and participate in the collection of client and other parties' documents; manage detailed tracking of document collection; work with litigation support to ensure proper collection of electronic documents and filesConduct interviews of witnesses and custodians of recordsWork with litigation support to retain vendors, as needed, for all aspects of document production and review; conduct quality control assessment of third‑party workDraft memoranda or other documents memorializing in detail the processes used in collecting and producing client documentsConduct initial review of client documents to determine responsiveness, relevance, and privilege; draft privilege logs and maintain themPerform complex database searches to locate and retrieve selected documentsPrepare exhibits for use at depositions and maintain a system to track marked exhibitsManage the collection and status of deposition transcripts; perform searches in the deposition full‑text database; summarize deposition transcriptsPreparation for and Assistance at Trial or Other ProceedingsAssist with trial, arbitration, mediation, or deposition proceedings (including preparation of exhibit and witness lists, designation of deposition testimony, and preparation of trial briefs)Coordinate logistics with court personnel and other counselFamiliarize with hearing board and/or trial/courtroom technology and presentation tools; work with trial support vendor or internal litigation support staff to select, prepare, and operate courtroom technologyProvide on‑site trial or hearing support as neededAssist attorneys at trial, arbitration, mediation, or deposition (e.g., track and manage trial exhibits, coordinate with witnesses, operate courtroom presentation tools, liaise with court personnel, and summarize trial testimony)Join us if you have:5+ years of paralegal experience, depending on practice area and position availableBachelor's Degree and completion of a paralegal program of study, or clear demonstration of equivalent knowledge and skillKnowledge of court and agency procedures and rulesHighly developed skills in time and task managementHigh attention to detail and striving for perfection in the firm's work product and client serviceAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) for the creation and editing of complex documents, spreadsheets, and e‑mailProficiency in computerized legal research and document review/hosting databases (LexisNexis, Westlaw, PACER, Relativity, IPRO) for effective management of e‑Discovery and case filesProficiency in trial support software (e.g., Trial Director, OnCue) is very desirableExperience supporting complex commercial litigation matters across multiple offices and jurisdictions is preferredPost‑college level writing and oral communication skillsAbility to communicate effectively and professionally with lawyers, clients, and staffFlexibility to work overtime and/or travel on occasionWho We AreDavis Wright Tremaine LLP is an AmLaw 100 law firm with nine offices nationwide. We are relentlessly committed to client service and look for candidates who share that commitment. At DWT, client service means having empathy for each client's and each lawyer's work and personal pressures, business objectives, and legal needs; anticipating their needs; and having the capabilities and commitment to deliver what matters most to them.What's in it For You?DWT offers competitive compensation and the following benefits:Choice of health and vision insurance plansTwo paid volunteer days for qualifying community service workDental planFertility and adoption benefitPaid sabbatical after 13 years of serviceTuition reimbursementCommuter benefitsRetirement contributionNew YorkThe annualized salary range for this position in New York City is $122,000 to $147,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job‑related factors permitted by law. Full‑time employees may be eligible for a bonus, health, vision, dental, and long‑term disability insurance, a 401(k) plan, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary programs include accident, life, disability, long‑term care, and pet insurance. Commuter and transit programs are also available.Davis Wright Tremaine fosters a culture where all talented individuals—including those traditionally underrepresented in the legal profession—can have and see paths to success. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion rests on four pillars: Community, Growth, Education, and Engagement. Learn more at www.dwt.com/dei.Davis Wright Tremaine provides reasonable accommodations for those who need them to complete the application or recruiting process and for employees who need reasonable accommodations due to a disability or for religious reasons. If you need to request accommodation, please email humanresources_confidential@dwt.com.#J-18808-Ljbffr